Judge unlikely to issue gag order against Stormy Daniels' lawyer

A federal judge said Friday he is unlikely to issue a gag order stopping a lawyer for porn actress Stormy Daniels from discussing her lawsuit against President Donald Trump with reporters and the public. (KABC)

Judge Otero said he is unlikely to issue a gag order, pointing out that the investigation of Cohen in New York is a separate matter from Stormy Daniel's lawsuit against Trump, which is pending in Los Angeles.

"The court has to make an order that does not impose a chilling effect on the First Amendment," Otero said. "That is the most sacred of rights."

Avenatti claimed victory outside court.

Avenatti would not elaborate further on a statement last night that there were three additional women who had been paid hush money by Trump.